'Tis the season to be desperate. With a tight economy, holidays approaching, and cold weather comes an increase in crime.
Bank robberies are no exception. However, bank robbers get a lot of attention and build a reputation. They can even earn a nickname from the FBI fairly quickly.
You may have heard of some interesting ones lately:
- Geezer bandit
- Shaggy bandit
- Bad Teeth Bandit
- Prep School Bandit
- Bad Breath Bandit
These nicknames help the public and the FBI keep track of who did what. The names can actually help raise awareness and lead to an arrest. If you see a guy who reminds you of Shaggy from Scooby Doo, you may pay a little more attention after news reports of a "Shaggy Bandit".
9News in Denver interviewed an FBI agent who works with bank robberies and makes sure the names do what they're supposed to - generate headlines and stick in your mind.
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